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Asked about 3 years ago - Jacksonville, FL
FlagIt all started out with me stopping at stop sign getting ready to get out on the intersection. I had stop to look left and right before letting car move up to see incoming car before coming out. I had let my car go for about 3 feet max. I have not hit my gas or anything, i just let the brake goes a little. Out of nowhere a woman came in the middle of my car. She fail down and I help her up. The police and ambulance came, but the ambulance left right after they saw her walking. She was able to get up and walk slightly. We both apologize to each other about what had happen. I was given a warning but not ticket. i ahd contact her and she said everything it been ok she has gone to the doctor and took X ray. I am afraid that I may a may have a lwasuit against me. What should I do ?
If you are sued report it to your insurance company and let them handle it. You may try and see if there is a police report that you can get a copy of for your records.
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Don't wait to be sued to report this to your insurer; you should report it to them now. You have a duty to give the appropriate notice of the accident, and to advise them when and if you are sued, and to reasonably cooperate with them in defending any claim. They have a duty to provide you with a defense attorney, and to defend the case, and to indemnify you up to the limits of your coverage. Good luck.
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